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Ho's Chinese Kitchen
About
A Lihue Staple for Quick Chinese Comfort
When you are navigating the hustle of Lihue and need a meal that hits the spot without the fanfare of white tablecloths, Ho's Chinese Kitchen remains a reliable corner for local-style Cantonese flavors. This kitchen trades pretense for efficiency, making it a go-to for residents looking to grab a quick takeout box between errands near the heart of Kauai’s commercial hub.
What to Expect
The space is functional and unvarnished, designed for those who value speed over ambiance. You will likely hear the rhythmic clatter of woks and the steady hum of the exhaust fans as soon as you step inside. The air carries the distinct, savory scent of ginger, garlic, and high-heat stir-fry that defines classic plate lunch Chinese food.
Regulars often gravitate toward their generous portions of sweet and sour pork and crisp vegetable stir-fries. The menu leans into the comfort-heavy side of the spectrum—expect hearty servings that travel well in a styrofoam container. It is an ideal stop for a casual weekday lunch or a no-fuss dinner when you want something satisfying that keeps the local Lihue lifestyle moving.
A Few Practical Notes
Finding a parking spot right out front can be a bit of a dance during peak lunch hours as the surrounding strip becomes quite active. It is not the kind of place for a long, lingering conversation, but it excels at providing exactly what it promises: consistent, salt-of-the-earth Chinese cooking that locals rely on day in and day out.
Location
3-2600 Kaumualii Hwy Ste 1408, Lihue, Hawaii, 96766-2040
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Showing 10 of 5 community reviewsPrisma BrewerGoogle Maps
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delicious, excellent, exceptional quality food every single time 🤙🏽 they are simply the best!{try the egg fu yung, tell auntie i sent you 😉} portions are always on point too. mahalo mahalo mahalo, ho’s chinese kitchen!
BoGoogle Maps
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Worst restaurant I ever ate. I found a COCKROACH in my food. So nasty, are you gonna POISON me?
David DavisGoogle Maps
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Worst chicken curry I have had in my life. A lot of random pieces of chicken with skin flopping off them. Curry has no curry taste at all just mildly hot and the consistency of tea. Completely watery. Vegetables in curry are raw and crunchy.
ivan TYKINJAGoogle Maps
Recently
Food was good til today.. Found 2 pieces of hair in my food. And when workers got confronted they said it wasnt hair it was from the vegetable. Funny thing is all the times i ordered that same plate i NEVER had this problem. And all they did was take the evidence and gave back my gf the same plate.. im very upset n ya just lost a loyal customer cause u didnt want to make it right!
Sunny KuhlmannGoogle Maps
Recently
Can consistently rely on good food there. My go to place to eat at Kukui Grove Center's Food Court!! Get their Lemon Chicken, Stuffed Eggplant, and Beef Broccoli. 😊👍 …
Jerika BrownGoogle Maps
Recently
Fried rice, lemon chicken, beef broccoli. Local fave plate. Best lemon chicken in the world! And yes, I said WORLD!
Pauline ViernesGoogle Maps
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This is located in the Kukui Grove Shopping Mall. My favorite food there is the Stuffed Eggplant, Ginger Chicken, Beef or Pork with Bittermelon and their noodles. YummyNess!
Weirong JiangGoogle Maps
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Not authentic. Overpriced.
Heather RaymondGoogle Maps
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Super nice, but we couldn't eat here because they don't serve gluten free options or even know what gluten free means.
Tim MartinsGoogle Maps
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I have enjoyed many great chinese restaurants and this is NOT one of them. I ordered six dishes and all of them were below average, lacking flavour and any sort of asian spice. Unfortunately the service was also unfriendly and just shy of rude. Wont be going back, or miss it in anyway. I can cook more flavorful and genuine dishes at home.
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